Received this email yesterday from Balieats for those who are looking for places to eat.
Christmas Menus>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>
Christmas Dinner is available at many Bali restaurants and boutique hotels.
The following is a broad selection of special menus from different areas, and at a wide range of prices. FP= Festive Period [late December], CE = Dinner 24th, CL=Lunch 25th, CD=Dinner 25th and BD=Dinner 26th. Bookings are usually essential. Price [Rp....] is per person food only, unless otherwise stated. If restaurant also offers their normal a la carte menu as well [ALC], Special Prices if there are small serves for children [SPC].
Amed
Santai: [CE, Rp. 250,000 Net, includes a glass of wine or soft drink. SPC] A Balinese Christmas Dinner with young children from the village presenting traditional Legong dances. Salad Nicoise, Bebek Betutu [traditional steamed/smoked duck], Mango Crumble & Ice Cream. Includes a glass or wine or soft drink. [CD, BD. Rp. 200,000 Net, SPC] Scandinavian Tuna Festival. [Tel:
(0363) 23.487].
Candi Dasa
Watergarden Café: [8 Course Set Gala Dinner - CE, CD, BD, Rp. 270,000++, SPC [Under 10] or smaller Roast Dinner Menu Rp.185,000++]. Feuerzangen Bowle, a German winter drink on arrival. Appetizers [melon balls and shrimps with avocado and minty yoghurt dressing, roast beef canapé. Rosettes of smoked salmon tartar], Soup [cream of wild mushroom], Salad [waldorf salad, julienne of apples and celery in a yoghurt mayonnaise dressing], Sorbet [mango with melba puree and a dash of blueberry coulis], Main: your choice of Roast Turkey, Grilled Veal Medallion, Salmon Fillet, Lamb Medallion or Festive Nut Loaf, Dessert [traditional English plum pudding with sweet brandy sauce], Coffee and Petit Fours [German Christmas Stollen]. [CL, BD, Rp.125,000++, SPC [Under 10] Christmas Brunch Buffet. Fruit Juices, Choice of 2 Eggs, any style, Grilled Pork Meat Loaf in red wine sauce with melanged mushroom ragout OR Beef Steak with Burgundy sauce, Choice of Breads, Cereals and Condiments, Pot of Tea/Coffee. [Tel: (0363) 41.540].
Jimbaran:
Sharkey's: [CE, CD, BD, FP, Rp.225,000 net but Rp. 450,000net for One Seafood Platter, SPC, ALC] Giant Seafood Platter for two persons; 300gm Baby Lobster, 2 flamed grilled King Prawns, 4 flame grilled Live Medium Prawns, Whole Snapper, 8 Fresh Water Clams, Deep Fried Calamari, 400gm Live Crab choice of sweet & sour, black pepper or chilli sauces. Dessert choice of Mini Pavlova with strawberries and fresh cream or Ice Cream, fresh tropical fruit and caramel sauce]. Transport to/from local hotels. Tel:
747.1444.
Kerobokan
Artini @ Mystique: [CL, Rp. 250,000++] An Australian Christmas with Bon-Bons and Chrsitmas sweets, Melon & Proscuitto Boats, Jimbaran Bay Prawns [with tangy citrus sauce and salad], Lemon Sorbet, Honey Glazed Leg Ham, Herb-infused Turkey with seasoned gravy, roasted vegetables, Brandy Plum Pudding or Assorted Ice Creams, Coffee/Tea with Rum Balls. [Tel: 730.465]
Biku: [CD, Rp. 250,000++] With Keroncong Band. Christmas Cocktail, Chilled Cucumber Soup, Roast Turkey with stuffing and cranberry sauce, Baked Ham on the bone, Fresh Prawns with lime and chilli dressing, Roast Leg of Lamb, Traditional Christmas Pudding with brandy butter or custard and ice cream.
[BD, High Tea Rp.85,000++ 1.00 to 6.00 p.m]. Finger Sandwiches [Turkey & Cranberry, Christmas Ham with pickles or mustard, Smoked Salmon and Cream Cheese, Cucumber], Mini Spinach and Balsamic Mushroom Quiche, Scones jam and cream, Mince Pies, Christmas Cake, Sugar Plum Cakes and Christmas Spice Tea.
[Tel: 8570.888]
Blossom @ Sentosa: [CE, CL Rp. 550,000 ++] Champagne Cocktail on arrival followed by a small teaser. Goat Cheese Panacotta with spiced Bloody Mary sorbet and tomato jus OR Cured Salmon [pickled pearl onions], nori dust and miso dressing, Rolled Turkey Ballotine, cranberry jam, pumpkin tube and a stuffing of pistachio nuts and bread, OR Crisp Skinned Salmon Fillet, creamed spinach, beets and white radish salad. White Chocolate Panacotta with cardamom syrup and poached apricots OR Christmas Plum Pudding with brandy cream and vanilla custard. Mini Christmas mince tarts. [Tel: 730.333]
Lestari: [CE, CD, Rp. 380,000 Net] Tunjung Flute on arrival. Gazpacho Andaluz, Ruccola Salad Florentino with parmesan mousse, Graved Salmon with onion rings, capers and toast, Kiwi Sorbet Vodka, Mixed Seafood Vol au Vent, Filet Mignon au Chanterelles, Australian tenderloin beef from charcoal grill served on a cream sauce chanterelle and fettuccine. Meringue Glace with vanilla ice cream and blueberries. [Tel: 792.6375]
Nutmegs @ Hu'u: [CE,CD, CL, Rp. 588,000++, SPC [Under 13], ALC] A chef sampler, Pan Seared Foie Gras on mixed berry compote and vanilla toasted sourdough, Soup of Truffled Mushroom Puree with an allspice foam, Lobster Medallion over wilted spinach with a shellfish reduction, Orange Sorbet with candies zest and clove pearls, Roast Turkey with crusted potatoes, stuffing, charred vegetables, herb gravy and cranberry sauce OR Maple Glazed Pork Loin on roasted pumpkin puree with bruised cabbage and calvados apple chutney, Nutmeg Spiced Bread Pudding with caramel ice cream. [Tel: 736.443]
Wah Wah Gourmet Burger Wine Bar: [CE, CD, CL. BD, Rp. 380,000++, FP, ALC] Baby Veggie Burger, Trio of Baby Wagyu Burgers [choose 3 from classic, cheese, porcini or foie gras]. Baby Wagyu Steak, Baby New Zealand Lamb Rack OR Baby Pork Rib, Triple Cheese on Toast, Death by Chocolate. Plus a complimentary cocktail or house wine. [Tel: 0818.349.809]
Kuta
Chinoiserie: [CE, Rp.250,000++, SPC ] Special Buffet Dinner with Roast Turkey, Pan Asian sauce, live music, Asian Santa Clause @ 10.00 p.m., with small gifts for kids. [CD, Prices according to number at table; Rp.500,000 for 2, Rp.800,000 for 4 and Banquet for 6 Rp.1,500,000] Seafood Platter and Soup of the Day, Beef with black pepper, Fillet of Fish in Thai sauce, Roasted Chicken, Dessert of the Day. [Tel: 808.8777]
Kori: [CE, Full Set Menu Rp.365,000 Nett, Rp.235,000 Nett 3 course option, Rp.195,000 Nett 2 course] Traditional Eggnog, Amuseguille [ Spiced US Duck Liver Pate served on crisp bread, rucolla and orange ginger sauce], Salad [King Prawns and Avocado with tequila cocktail sauce], Soup [Zucchini and Parmesan Cream Soup with bread dumpling and pesto]. Main [traditional Roast Turkey with gypsy ham, stuffing and cranberry sauce], Christmas Pudding with brandy sauce and ice cream. [CL. Rp. 245,000, SPC [Under 10] Buffet - Mixed Salads, Potato and Leek Soup, Roast Turkey, Honey-glazed baked Ham, Beef Cube roll, roasted boneless N.Z. Leg of Lamb and Grilled Dory Fillet, followed by Christmas Pudding with brandy custard and ice cream. [CD, Rp.
230,000, or Rp. 195,000 3 course option, Rp. 175,000 2 courses] Warm Salad of mixed mushrooms and slow-roasted tomatoes. Curried Pumpkin Soup. Roasted Turkey with gypsy ham, stuffing and cranberry sauce [or Duo of Beef Cube Roll and NZ Lamb Leg], followed by Christmas Pudding with brandy butter [or Mango Cheesecake]. Live music. [Tel: 758.605]
Legian
Azaa @ Ramada Camakila: [CE, $80 Nett] Buffet with a choice of 5 starters [incl. Tuna Tataki with ponzu, Fresh Vietnamese Spring Rolls, Potato & Chili Salad with corn and cilantro], Salad items and variety of dressings, Potato Leek or Minestrone Soups, choice of 6 mains [incl. Roasted Turkey or Lamb, Seafood Casserole], Christmas Pudding with brandy sauce [or choice of cake,pastry]. [Tel: 752.877]
Tao Beach House @ Ramada Camakila: [PC, Various prices, ALC] Festive Season Specials incl. Scallop Bacon Roll with teriyaki sauce, Thai Salmon Larb, Glass Noodle Salad with crispy pork and nabaizu dressing, Roasted Chicken with Ham and magisa sauce, Lamb Rack with five spices. [Tel:
752.877]
Lovina
Damai: [CE, $85++, SPC] Seafood Tapas [chilli crab cannelloni, lobster in creamy bouillabaisse, octopus ceviche], Duck Rillette, pinenuts, cranberries, spiced sour apples and a coriander vinaigrette, Red Snapper, skin fried with potato aioli, pickled tamarillo, baby leek, crisp pineapple and sabu-sabu sauce. Baby Pork [slow roasted and smoked ribs, pork cheek, pork loin, mango, bacon, orange salad, braised daikon, apple glace and chives], Ris a la Mande [served with a twist of vanilla and lemon, tamarillo sauce and almonds] and Chocolate Sweets. [CD, $50++, SPC] Balinese Consomme with pomegranate foam, Baby Sapi Tonnato [thin sliced veal tenderloin in sesame seeds with tuna mayonnaise, soya sauce, coriander, capers and chilli], Tenggiri Fish, pickled with orange zest and olives, Duck Leg and Foie Gras [slow roasted duck leg in Asian spices, potato and beet fondant, seared foie gras in cinnamon glace] Tart Miniature and Frozen Lime Mousse [gratinated mango tart, deep fried chocolate truffle, frozen lime mousse, chocolate fig cake with cinnamon marinated orange segment and roasted walnut]. [Tel: (0362) 41.008]
Nusa Dua
Mayang Sari @ The Laguna: [CE, Rp. 525,000++, Rp.750,000++ with wine pairing, SPC [Under 12] Thin Slice of Wagyu Beef with green mango and sweet basil oil, Lemon Grass Tomato Essence Crisp Mushroom Stick and tomato avocado tian, Baked Quail Breast and Quail Leg Confit on red cabbage and red pepper fondue, Sour Soup - Lime Sherbet, Roasted Lamb Loin in spiced candlenut curried rice, green asparagus, garlic soy jus OR Grilled Barramundi, Christmas Pudding with Javanese green tea ice cream and strawberry clove compote. [CD, Rp. 525,000++, Rp.750,000 with wine pairing, SPC [Under 12] Seared Ginger Scallops, Coconut Lobster Bisque with blue swimmer crab ragout, Baled Mahi-Mahi, Oven Roasted Lamb Loin OR Wagyu Beef Two Ways, roasted tenderloin and braised short rib, Warm Strawberry
Cake.[Tel: 771.327]
Ocean Terrace @ The Laguna: [CE, Rp. 900,000 ++, SPC [Under 12], Pan
Seared Quail Breast, olive brittle ricorice reduction, marinated pineapple and hazelnut beetroot salad, Seared Sea Scallops and Oxtail Ragout, yellow pepper hummus with sweet balsamic and tomato sherbet, Clam & Salmon Ravioli in a double boiled thyme tomato consommé with crunchy fennel, GluhWine and Lime Granita, Grilled Black Angus Beef Strip Loin, parsnip puree with truffle oil and chives, young Beaujolais wine reduction drizzle with raspberry syrup, White Chocolate and Orange Marquise. [CL, Rp.250,000++, SPC [Under 12], choice of two menus; A: Pan-seared Japanese Scallops, Cauliflower Cinnamon Soup, Oven Baked Duck Breast with sautéed red cabbage, Crème Brulee with red wine ice cream. B: Marinated Tasmanian Salmon, Barramundi Consomme and its fillet, Chamomile Steamed Mahi-Mahi, Dark Chocolate and White Whiskey Mousse. [BD, Rp.525,000, SPC {Under 12] Poached Lobster Medallions, Rock Lobster Bisque, Pineapple and Mint Sherbet, Bali Rock Lobster seared in butter and garlic, Aussie Date Pudding with brandy warm fudge. [Tel: 771.327]
Sanur
Sanur Harum @ Sanur Paradise Plaza: [CL Rp. 165,000++, SPC [Under 13]] An enormous Buffet with Cold Selection [vegetable anti pasti including Herbal Eggplant and bell peppers, Zucchini and mushroom, Plum tomato wedges with pesto, Sweet Corn salad with honey lime dressing, Prawn cocktails] and Crustacean Bisque Soup with seafood ravioli scented with V.S.O.P. cognac. A variety of freshly baked breads. Hot Selection [incl. Pork in sweet soy and ginger, Pan-fried Snapper Fillets, Grilled chicken teriyaki], Carving Station [Roast Turkey with cranberry compote and giblet sauce, Roasted Gammon Ham], Desserts [Apple Strudel, Crepe Suzette, Baked Cheesecake, Chocolate Truffle Cake. Mini French Pastries and Tropical Fruits. [Tel: 281 781]
Tirta @ Sanur Beach Hotel: [CE, Rp. 395,000++, SPC [Under 12] Christmas Eve Buffet. Appetizers [smoked seafood, cold meats, shrimps with avocado, Italian chicken salad, Thai beef salad, chicken liver terrine, seafood terrine with prawns and seaweed, crispy squid], Soup [cream of barley or soto daging], Carvery [roasted turkey with stuffing and giblet gravy, roast leg of lamb] The Chafing Dish [grilled beef medallions, ayam betutu, wok-fried prawns with ginger, snapper fillet], Dessert [Christmas pudding with vanilla brandy sauce, fruit platter, stollen and cookies, French pastries, chocolate and fruit mousse, crepes]. [Tel: 288.011]
Massimo il Ristorante: [CE Rp. 145,000++, ALC, SPC [Under 10] Traditional Italian Christmas Dinner. Christmas Show for kids starts 6.30.p.m. Choice of
3 menus. A: Traditional Country Style Pate, Roast Turkey with stuffing and gravy, Panettone Christmas Cake with cream Chantilly and hot chocolate sauce. B: Fish Menu Tuna Carpaccio, Bavette with Prawn, Panettone Christmas Cake with cream Chantilly and hot chocolate sauce. C: Vegetarian Grilled Mushrooms with rocket and flakes of Gran Padano, Cappellacci Pasta soft cheese and mushrooms in butter-tomato sauce, Panettone Christmas Cake with cream Chantilly and hot chocolate sauce [Tel: 288.942]
Seminyak
Prana @ The Villas: [Christmas Brunch - CE, CL, BD, $20++, SPC [Under 12], ALC] Amuse Bouche, Sweet Corn Soup with lobster tail, Goat Cheese and Tomato Terrine Salad, Seared Barramundi with butternut pumpkin puree and tomato beurre blanc OR Malucas Cinnamon Chicken Bastilla with humus and mint chutney, Tarragon Panacotta with passion fruit coulis. [Tel: 730.840]
Rio: [Special Scandinavian Christmas Dinner, CE, Rp. 280,000 Net, SPC {Under 12] Childrens Party 5.00 p.m with Santa Claus [all the way from Finland] followed by Scandinavian Christmas Dinner at 7.00 p.m. Cold Plate [marinated salmon & mustard sauce [gravlax, graavilohi], smoked salmon, egg with shrimps, Swedish herring liver pate, seafood terrine, beetroot and mimosa salads], Hot Plate [pork ribs, meatballs, cocktail sausages, ham, red cabbage, salted cucumber and boiled potatoes], Chocolate Mousse and Exotic Fruit Salad. Bookings essential! [CE, CD, BD. Rp. 230,000 Net, with matching wines, SPC] Grilled Scallops with apple salsa and gremolata, Pepper Grilled Roast Beef with potato aioli, White Chocolate Moussse, strawberries and dark chocolate ice cream. All menus include a welcome drink ‘Glogi' [gluhe wine], one glass of wine, small beer or soft drink. [Tel: 732.685]
Rush Bamboo @ The Elysian: [CE, CD. $150 Nett for 2 persons, includes a bottle of French red/white wine, SPC, ALC]. Crab Meat Salad with crisp crackers and balsamic dressing. Apple and Pumpkin Soup, Marinated Roasted Turkey with grilled vegetables, asparagus and thyme jus, Strawberry Cheese Cake. [Tel: 730.999].
Sorriso: [CE. CL, CD. Dishes individually priced, Rp 250-350,000 p.p.3 courses].
Entrees: choice of Aragosta con Papaya, Insalata Caprese, Sydney Rock Oysters, Pan Roasted Chicken, Seafood Soup, Mains: Mahi-Mahi Fillet, Cracked Black Pepper Tenderloin, Spaghetti Lobster, Char-grilled River Prawns, Grilled Lamb Chop. Dessert: Chocolate Fountain, hot chocolate over fruits, Apple Strudel or Apple Pie with panna cotta ice cream and raspberry sauce.
[Tel:738.307]
Tanjung Benoa
Tao: [ CE, CD, Rp. 350,000++ ] Appetizer [brown rice sushi, salmon canapé, banana bacon roll and shrimp toast], Salad [crispy chicken and pineapple served with your choice of dressing, spicy honey or balsamic], Seafood Clear Soup OR Green Pea Cream Soup, Grilled Pork Tenderloin in Tao spicy red sauce, OR Grilled Seafood Platter [snapper, river prawn and salmon] in tri-colour sauce with Japanese Somen Noodles topped with minced chicken & Thai basil ‘Bolognese' sauce OR Pumpkin Fried Rice with chicken and prawn, Christmas Cake. [Tel: 772.902]
Tirta Gangga
Tirta Ayu: [CE, CD with live entertainment, BD Rp. 150,000 nett, SPC. Choice of two menus: A: Vodka-Beetroot Cured Tuna with crostilant cheese, Roast Turkey on black rice risotto, Cassata, ricotta, mascarpone, pistachios and cream with blueberry compote. B: Gaspacho Andalouse, chilled Spanish onion, tomato and cucumber soup, Chicken Maryland with fried banana, sweet corn fritters and bacon roll, Lime Tart with cream and mango coulis. Tel: (0363)
22.503
Tuban
Ma Joly @ Kupu-Kupu Barong Beach Resort: [CE, Rp. 850,000++] [CL Rp.
325,000++] Ma Joly Canape, Tasmanian Salmon [cured and marinated, mustard and dill vinaigrette, edible flowers], Duck Consomme [chicken and tarragon ravioli, quail egg yolk and curry maison], Langoustine [pan seared with braised young goat shoulder, tomato confit and shaved fennel], Organic Chicken [roasted breast and leg ‘en croquette', sweet potato fondant, pickled chanterelles], Cheese [chaource, roasted beetroot and rucola] Belgian Waffles [marinated cherries, white chocolate sabayon and chocolate mint. [Tel: 753.780]
Sunset Beach @ Hotel Santika: [CE. $US 25++, SPC [Under 10],] An extensive BBQ Buffet. Cold dishes include Smoked Salmon with blood orange, Mashed Chickpeas with crisp Lavosh, Waldorf Salad, Oriental Beef Salad with coriander and red onion, and Gourmet Salad Bar. Steamed White Clams, Poached Fresh Water Prawns, Butter Nut Pumpkin Soup, Roast Turkey with chestnut stuffing, giblet gravy and cranberry sauce. Mongolian BBQ of shredded chicken and beef, squid, snapper and shrimps plus normal BBQ of Garlic Lime Marinated Jumbo Prawns, Pork Ribs, Squid Kebab, Chicken Sate and Marinated Beef Tenderlion, Hot Selection of Biriyani Rice, Lamb Moussaka, Blackened Sea Bass, Singaporean Chilli Crab, Veal Blanquette. Desserts include Crepes Suzette with Grand Marnier cooked to order, Chocolate Yule Log, Strawberry Cheesecake, Vanilla and Blueberry Parfait and Christmas Cake. [Tel: 751.267]
Ubud
Bebek Bengil: [CE, Rp. 150,000, SPC [Under 12], ALC] Roast Duck Entrée with pear, watercress and mint salad with tamarind dressing, Sweet Potato and Red Pepper Soup, BBQ Salmon with lime herb butter, Christmas Fruit Cake, ice cream and chocolate sauce. [CD, Rp. 220,000, SPC [Under 12], ALC] Special Christmas Buffet: Start with Grilled Prawns with pineapple salsa, Duck Liver Pate, Pumpkin and Coconut Soup. Main Buffet of Roast Turkey with traditional stuffing, Glazed Ham, Crispy Roast Duck, Grilled Seafood with tartar and lime chilli sauce, and a variety of vegetables and breads. Pumpkin Pie, Christmas Cake and Ice Cream. [Tel: 975.489]
Beduur @ Ubud Hanging Gardens: [CE, $65++, SPC [Under 12], ALC] Kumumoto Oyster with sweet chilli, passion fruit sauce, Fois Gras Terrine, tamarind fig chutney, soya bean, XO reduction, Lobster Bok Choy Raviolis, king oyster mushrooms, asparagus, lobster curry emulsion and coriander leaf, Mango Sorbet, mango tartar, red chilli and tapioca, Confit of Pork Belly, ginger BBQ glazed, stuffed pequillos pepper, mango, parsnip mousseline, calamari sambal and Thai basil. There is also an optional Vegetarian menu.
[Tel: 982.700]
Café des Artistes: [FP, CE, CL, CD.BD, Rp.225,000++] Red Bell-pepper Cream Soup, Grilled King Prawns ‘Nantua' on a lobster cream sauce, Lemon Sorbet, Medailions de Veau Forestiere, grilled Entrecote of beef with wild mushrooms in cream sauce and sautéed root vegetables and baby potatoes, Mousse aux Chocolat, bitter sweet dark chocolate mousse with cream. [Tel: 972.706]
CasCades @ The Viceroy: [CE, $150++ matched with imported quality wines] Amuse Bouche, Sydney Rock Oysters [Natural or Kilpatrick] Confit of Ocean Trout with truffles, Avruga caviar and horseradish cream, Seared Foie Gras with peach and marinated campyo, Fresh Lime Sorbet, Roast Turkey with chestnut stuffing, roast potatoes and cranberry condiment. English style Christmas Pudding with brandy custard and ice cream, or Tiramisu made from Illy coffee and Valhrona chocolate. Selection of Cheese [served with traditional condiments and walnut bread and a Tawny Port, Portugal]. OR Vegetarian Menu; Amuse Bouche, Tomato Cherry Salad with fresh grapes and spiced tomato sorbet, Yellow Peach and Marinated Campyo, Baby Zucchini Blossom with Thai curry and goats cheese in yellow bell pepper sauce, Raspberry Sorbet, Fresh Australian Wild Mushrooms infused with truffle oil, Christmas Pudding English style with brandy custard and vanilla ice cream OR Tiramisu made from Illy coffee and Valhrona chocolate, Selection of Cheese [served with traditional condiments and walnut bread]. [Tel: 971.777]
Indochine @ The Mansion: [CD, $19.50++] Duck Salad; sliced with mixed vegetables and a sweet relish, Puree of Pumpkin Soup with cream and parsley, Roast Turkey in BBQ sauce with risotto and baked tomato farcie OR Crispy Duck in special sauce with crisp fragrant rice and sweet potatoes, Christmas Ginger Cake with three flavour ice cream. [Tel: 972.616]
Kokokan @ Arma: [CD, Rp.300,000++, SPC [Under 12], ALC] Asian BBQ Duck with organic greens, yam beans, java cucumber and lemongrass OR Pumpkin Soup scented with herbs, Tasmanian Salmon with red kalian and fried potatoes OR Roast Turkey, pecan sage stuffing and mashed potato, Warm Chocolate Cake with sliced fruit and a raspberry compote. [Tel: 976.659]
Lamak: [FP, CE, CL, CD, BD. 375,000++, SPC [Under 12], ALC]. Tartar of Tuna, cucumber and avocado, Goat Cheese Tartlet on Harissa, Sweet Pea Soup with sweetbread dumpling, Granite of Margarita, Boneless Roasted Quail stuffed with goose liver and black truffle on red wine risotto OR Jumbo Prawn Parcel on angel hair pasta, papaya chilli sauce, Black Cherry Pudding with dark chocolate ice cream and almond and vanilla sauce. Transport to/from Ubud hotels [Tel: 974.668]
Warung Enak: [CE, CL, CD, BD, Rp. 130,000++, SPC [Under 12], ALC] A Balinese Rijsttafel; many small serves! Starter with Tuna Sambal Matah [tuna with chilli and lemongrass], Sate Lilit, Seaweed Salad with grated coconut, Soup [Ares Bebek, clear duck soup with banana stem]], Mains [Sate Kobet, Ayam Betutu, Pepes Ikan, Peyek Lindung, Telur Pindang, Kacang Panjang Mekalas, Nasi Sela & Nasi Kuning], Desserts [Rice Dumpling filled with palm sugar, Black Rice Pudding, Blanched Banana wrapped in rice flour. Transport to/from Ubud hotels [Tel: 972.911] _____________________________________________________
New Year Menus:>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>
New Year's Eve Dinner is available at many Bali restaurants, outside of the hotels. Usually a grand party night shared by regulars of that restaurant and the visitors of the day. The following is a broad selection of special menus from different areas, and at a range of prices. Bookings are normally essential. Price [Rp....] is per person, food only unless otherwise stated. If restaurant also offers their normal a la carte menu as well, then ALC is used. Special Prices for children [SPC], if proceedings extend after 1.00 a.m., then XH is used. NYD denotes a set menu on New Year's Day, as well.
Candi Dasa
Watergarden Kafe: [NYE, Rp.270,000++, SPC [Under 10]] A monster Buffet from Asian and Western cuisines. Appetisers [Meat Loaf Cocktail; Turkey Brochettes, Vegetarian Spring Rolls] Shrimp Bisque Soup with herb croutons, Mains [Grilled Salmon Medallions, Indonesian Chicken Curry, Veal Medallions, Lamb Provencal, Roasted Duck Breast with apple and honey sauce, and Roasted Beef Tenderloin. Dessert of black sticky rice pudding, pastries, fresh fruits and Mahalabia, coconut corn pudding with melba sauce. [NYD Champagne Breakfast, Rp. 170,000++] Eggs Benedict OR French Toast with berry compote, Muffin, Fruit Salad and 1 glass of Valdivieso Brut Champagne. [NYD Brunch Buffet, Rp. 125,000++, SPC [Under 10] Fruit Juices, Eggs, Grilled Meat Loaf OR Breakfast Steak with Burgundy sauce, Toast, Pastries and Cereals. [NYD Roast Dinner Rp, 185,000++, SPC [Under 10] Tomato Soup, Roast Turkey, Beef Tenderloin, Roasted Lamb Leg, Red Snapper with salt crust, Vegetable Lasagne, served with a variety of salads, dressings and condiments.[Tel:
(0363) 41.540]
Kerobokan
Biku: [NYE, Rp. 190,000++] With Keroncong Band. A Balinese Buffet. Champagne Cocktail and canapés. Mini Soto Ayam, Babi Guling, Bebek Betutu, Babi Kecap, Gulai Kambing, Tum Ayam, Mixed Sate, Sayur Gedang, Sayur Palos, Sayur Urap, Tempe Manis. Garden and Caramelized Chilli Chicken Salads. International dessert selection of Gula Melaka, Pavlova with tropical fruits, cold Lemon Mousse and Chocolate Plum Pudding. . [Tel: 8570.888]
Blossom @ Sentosa: [NYE, Rp. 1,800,000 ++, XH includes Champagne Cocktail and Canapes on arrival]. Salted Duckling, duck skin crackling and sticky port, OR Pork Belly with pineapple and vanilla jelly, nori dust, Ceviche of Scallops with beetroot & chilli, lemon pickle and spiced tamarillo OR Wagyu Tenderloin, char-grilled with salsa verde, Lobster Tail with beetroot risotto, pecorino and Szechuan pepper butter OR Milk Fed Veal Tenderloin, edamame and sugared seaweed, Sugar Roasted Strawberries with champagne sabayon OR Chocolate Mess, Minted Chocolate and Coffee. DJ Music and Cabaret show during dinner. [Tel::730.333]
Lestari: [NYE, Rp. 380,000 Net] Tunjung Flute on arrival. Gazpacho Andaluz, Ruccola Salad Florentino with parmesan mousse, Graved Salmon with onion rings, capers and toast, Kiwi Sorbet Vodka, Mixed Seafood Vol au Vent, Filet Mignon au Chanterelles, Australian tenderloin beef from charcoal grill served on a cream sauce chanterelle and fettuccine. Meringue Glace with vanilla ice cream and blueberries. [Tel: 792.6375]
Nutmegs @ Hu'u: [NYE, NYD, Rp. 1,500,000net, XH] A Tasting Menu. Portobello Mushroom Napoleon, marinated in soy and balsamic with toasted brie and sesame pine nut truffle sauce, Scallop with Iranian Caviar, kaffir lime glazed and saffron vinaigrette, Seared Foie Gras on roasted sweet potato with a nutmeg spiced lychee compote, Sorbet, dragon fruit and mint pearls, Lemongrass Duck Confit on bok choy with lotus root mash and tangy 5 spice mustard dressing OR Angus Beef Cheeks braised in black truffle, clove & root vegetables with celery root puree. Chocolate Duo of rich sweet mousse and
poppy seed bittersweet cake. Petit fours. [Tel: 736.443]
Sarong: [NYE, NYD, Rp. 950,000++] A Shared Dining Set Menu. Entrée [Crisp Soy Bean with coriander mint chutney, Salmon on Betel Leaf with lemongrass, shallots and lemon basil, Indian Samosas with mint & coriander dressing], Tea Smoked Salmon with shimeji mushrooms, pickled cucumber, cherry tomatoes and soy dressing, Mains [Rogan Josh, lamb with yoghurt, cinnamon, paprika and garam masala, Tandoori Chicken Pahadi with mint coriander yoghurt and radish mustard seed salad, Crisp Pock Hock with tamarind, tamarillo sauce and nam pla prik, Stir-fried Chinese Broccoli with garlic and oyster sauce] served with Jasmine rice, Sample Plate of East Asian Desserts. [Tel:
737.809]
The Living Room: [NYE, Rp. 1,600,000++, XH] Signature Cocktail [strawberry juice, triple sec, lime juice and Bacardi], Pan Seared French Foie Gras spice glazed, on Ahi Tuna Carpaccio, Japanese sushi rice and seaweed grissini, Grilled Canadian Scallop on crab reduction with squid ink risotto, curried truffle leeks and Pernod infused Bouillabaisse emulsion, Herb Grilled Lamb Rack on rosemary infused red wine sauce, potato gratin, braised Belgium endives, almond emulsion. Tomato Sorbet, Warm Chocolate Fondant on rosemary flavoured strawberry sauce, fresh strawberry and rhubarb compote with vanilla ice cream]. Also a 5 course Vegetarian menu [Tel: 735.735].
Wah Wah Gourmet Burger Wine Bar: [NYE, Rp.1,800,000++ for TWO Persons incl.
1 bottle Vueve Cliquot Champagne] 8 Course Champagne Dinner. Baby Veggie Burger, Trio of Baby Wagyu Burgers [choose 3 from classic, cheese, d'work, porcini or foie gras]. Baby Wagyu Steak, Baby New Zealand Lamb Rack OR Baby Pork Rib, Triple Cheese on Toast, Death by Chocolate. [Tel: 0818.349.809].
Kuta
Chinoisserie: [NYE, Rp. 450,000++] Monster Asian Buffet. Appetizers [Deep-fried Dumplings, Seafood Spring Roll, Chicken Hawaiian Salad and Mediterranean Salad], Soup [Sweet Crab Meat], Mains [Roasted Lamb Rack, Beef and Chicken, Pork Rib Chinoiserie style, Fish Fillet, sweet and sour, Buttermilk Prawns, Singapore Chilli Crab, Seafood Kebab, Vegetarian Fried Noodles, Jacket Potato and Sauteed Vegetables with steamed rice. [Tel:
808.8777]
Lovina
Damai: [NYE, Rp. 1,187,000++, SPC [under 12]] Bouillabaisse Damai Style with Red snapper, scallop, prawns, baby leeks and tomato rouille, Stir-fried Crab Claws with ginger chilli sauce and coriander, Gratinated Green Mussels with aubergine caviar, garlic and butter, Braised Pork Cheek, sweet and sour apple, ume-bushi, lemongrass foam and shabu-shabu sauce. Baby Lobster [flambéed in Pernod, in a light lobster bisque with glazed beetroot, carrots and onions]. Chilled Clear Guava Soup, chocolate bisquit, chocolate noodles and red guava ice cream. Chocolate Bisquit soaked in rum with chocolate ganache and poached pineapple. [Tel: (0362) 41.008].
Sanur
Massimo il Ristorante: [NYE, Rp. 295,000++, SPC [Under 9], XH] A family celebration with magic show. A selection of Antipasto, Egg & Spinach Fettuccine with prawn sauce, A homemade Sorbet of Pear Williams with white Lambrusco, Australian Beef Fillet Puccini style with cream of truffles and fresh mushrooms, oven baked red cabbage. Then a Parade of Italian Penettone with hot cream. Price includes a glass of Italian sparkling Prosecco to celebrate the New Year, then afterwards; Lentils and Pork with garlic bread.
The evening embodies a traditional Italian family atmosphere with live music, magic show and a rich Lucky Draw. [Tel: 288.942]
Stiff Chilli: [NYD, ALC, from Rp.50,000++] The annual Dawn Brunch on Semawang Beach. See the 1st sunrise of 2010 whilst sipping champagne and snacking on all those Italian specials, from 5.00 a.m. [Tel: 288.371 or 746.0564]
Tirta @Sanur Beach: [NYE, Rp. 750,000nett] A monster buffet with Live Band and party packs. Appetizers and Cold Bar [Assorted Smoked Seafood, Marinated Prawns, Mussels, Squid, Fresh Water Fish, Smoked Ham & Chicken, Roast Beef and other cold cuts, Ayam Pelalah, Patsa Roulade, Chicken and Vegetable Lawar, Seafood Salad, Chicken & Pineapple Salad, Assorted Local German and French Breads, Soups [Spicy Hungarian Beef Goulash, Jukut Ares, Balinese Chicken with banana stem]. Carving Station [Australian Sirloin Beef with red wine, béarnaise or green pepper sauces, Babi Guling, Balinese suckling pig], Mains [Udang Mebase Bali, grilled prawns, Beef Medallions with teriyaki sauce, Braised Lamb Leg, Turkey Breast dipped in egg and Parmesan cheese, Chicken in Spiced Coconut Milk, Veal Escallops on butter spaghetti], Desserts [Cake Assortment, Coconut Crème Brulee, Black & White Chocolate Mousse, Cream Tiramisu, Spiku, kue lapis Surubaya. [Tel: 288.011]
Sanur Harum @ Sanur Paradise Plaza: [NYE, Rp. 165,000++, SPC [Under 12]] An enormous Buffet with Hot and Cold Selections, an International selection with dishes from Mexico [Guacamole and Corn Chips with spicy salsa, Baked Potato Enchilada], Thailand [Tom Yum Goong, Shrimp and Mango Salad], Indonesia [Be Awan Sambal Matah, Ayam Betutu. Bihun Goreng Sayur], China [Jelly Fish Salad, Deep-fried Wontons, Steamed Buns stuffed with chicken, Pork Cha Shiu, Beef & Mushrooms, Peking Duck], Malaysia [Chilli Prawns with pineapple and onions], Japan [Tongkatsu, deep-fried breaded pork loin], Turkey [Horiatiki Salata], Italy [Minestrone Soup], Spain [Albondigas, savoury meatballs], Korea [Beef Bulgogi], Morocco [Chermoula, grilled fish with cilantro and paprika] and Egypt [Gyros, coriander yoghurt marinated
lamb]. Selection of Desserts. [Tel: 281 781]
Seminyak
Mannekepis: [NYE, Rp. 390,000++ with Live Music from 11.00, XH] Fresh Oyster served with lemon, Lobster Bisque served with brandy cream. Lime Sorbet with vodka. Duck a l'Orange, pan-fried duck breast in orange sauce served with gratin dauphinois. Chocolate Volcano, with strawberry coulis and vanilla ice cream. [Tel: 847.5784]
Prana @ The Villas: [NYE, $45++ includes a glass of wine, SPC, ALC] Amuse Bouche, Lobster Bisque, Cured Tasmanian Salmon, miso cream, apple salad, roasted beetroot, trio flying fish caviar with Ponzu dressing, Basil Sorbet, Black Angus Beef Tenderloin with celeriac puree, caramelized onion, tomato confit and borderlaise sauce OR Alaskan Black Cod ‘miso nobu' Style, Chocolate Delight with hazelnut praline an vanilla ice cream. [Tel:
730.840]
Rio: [NYE, Rp. 480,000 Net, SPC [Under 12], XH] A Special Churrasco Brazilian New Year's Eve Dinner. After a welcome drink a Hot & Cold Starter Bar of Salads, Dips and Snacks then an enormous selection of meats [Chorizo Sausages, Bacon-rolled Chicken Breast, Pork Ribs, Sirloin Steak, Calypso Pork Fillet, Marinated Chicken Drumsticks and Mahi-Mahi Fish] are all fired on the sword in Churrasco style. Free flow of Sparkling Wine or Sangria from 8.00 p.m. and Live entertainment. [Tel: 732.685]
Rush Bamboo @ The Elysian: [NYE, $185 Nett for two persons, includes a bottle of sparkling wine and one of Equil sparkling mineral water]. Salmon Carpaccio, mixed salad, crushed pistachio, cherry tomatoes, mustard mayonnaise and caviar, Marinated Grilled Lobster with sweet potatoes, green bean and mustard with fresh herbs. Mango Cheese Cake. Can be served in restaurant or at poolside cabana, with candlelight. [Tel: 730.999]
Tanjung Benoa
Tao: [NYE, Rp. 950,000++ includes 1 hour free flow of local drinks, Live Music.] Giant Asian Buffet consisting of Appetizers [Deep-fried Minced Prawns, Deep-fried Fillet of Pork, Curry Puffs, Calamari Rings, Salads [Chicken and Pineapple with honey dressing, Pomelo and Prawn, Tuna with thousand islands, Chicken and Lemongrass with chilli and lime dressing], Soup [Japanese Miso and Spicy Thai Prawn and Mushroom], Mains [Roast Duck Curry with pineapple, Crab & Prawn with garlic and pepper, Seafood with sweet cream sauce, Stir-fried Fillet of Fish, Vegetables in oyster sauce], Dessert [Pumpkin and Pandan Dumpling in warm coconut milk, Hee Kama Fruit with Tapioca and Jack Fruit in sweet chilled coconut milk, Caramelized Cassava, and a Food Stall serving Tempura and Sushi, BBQ Seafood and Chicken, Roast Pork and Beef Tenderloin with mushroom and black pepper sauce, Stewed Beef with rice noodle soup. [Tel: 772.902]
Tuban
Sunset Garden @ Hotel Santika: [NYE, $US 50++, SPC [Under 10]] An extensive BBQ Buffet. Cold appetizers include Smoked Salmon with dill mustard dressing, Marinated Herrings with pickles, Yellow Fin Tuna and many salads.
Seafood includes NZ Mussels, Blue Swimmer Crabs, White Clams and Poached Tiger Prawns. Crock Pot Clam Chowder. Main Buffet includes Prawn & Chicken Paillard with roasted fennel, Braised Lamb Shanks, Veal Saltimbocca with prosciutto, sage and marsala, Roasted Chinese Duck with plum sauce. Roasted Prime Rib of Beef at The Carvery and Steamed Whole Snapper, At The BBQ, Beef Ribs, Marinated Salmon Fillet, Curry Sausages, Baby Lobster, jumbo Prawns, Chicken Legs and Squid and Fish kebabs. Desserts include Crepes Suzette Flambee.. [Tel: 751.267]
Ma Joly: [NYE, Rp. 1,200,000++] Ma Joly Canapes. Tasmanian Salmon slow cooked with sorrel beurre blanc, salty caramel and poached quail eggs, Terrine of Foie Gras with pickled cherries and 5 spice brioche, Langoustine Consomme, Coral Trout a la Meuniere with hazelnuts, caper berries and celeriac mousseline, Wagyu Entrecote grilled with truffled red wine jus, caramelized Belgian endive and crispy potato, Brie de Meaux Cheese with tamarillo compote, crisp brick pastry and chives flowers, Chocolate Trio, warm, cold and frozen, Coffee/Tea with Friandeses. [Tel: 753.780]
Ubud
Beduur @ Hanging Gardens: [NYE, $105++, SPC [Under 12] welcome Dance and Songs by the local village children followed by Live Kroncong Quartet.
Midnight countdown with fireworks] Start with a Champagne Cocktail. Kumumoto Oysters, sweet chilli, passion fruit sauce, a Taste of the Sea; Organic Vegetable and Sea Scallop Tartar with lime cream and salmon roe, Alaskan King Crab Asian style curry minestrone, Sashimi of Tasmanian Trout, hamachi, mango green chilli salad, citrus vinaigrette, Jumbo King Prawns, carnaroli risotto, kabocha squash, sake lime butter emulsion, Mango Sorbet, mango tartar, red chilli, tapioca and coriander, Wagyu Beef Cheeks braised in Jacob's Creek, with parsnip celeriac mousseline, baby artichokes, Asian pear, asparagus, fleur de sel, Pistachio Panna Cotta with Gianduya chocolate ganache, berries salad and vanilla ice cream. Coffee, Tea & Mignardises.
[Tel: 982.700]
Café des Artistes: [NYE, NYD, Rp.225,000++] Red Bell-pepper Cream Soup, Grilled King Prawns ‘Nantua' on a lobster cream sauce, Lemon Sorbet, Medallions de Veau Forestiere, grilled Medallions of Veal with wild mushrooms in cream sauce and sautéed root vegetables and baby potatoes, Mousse aux Chocolat, bitter sweet dark chocolate mousse with cream. [Tel:
972.706]
CasCades: [NYE, $250++, includes a selection of drinks, wines and International entertainment, XH]. Begin with Canopies and a drink of your choice. Two major buffets, both staffed by chefs. The Ice Bar Selection [Bearing Sea Crab with wasabi mayonnaise, Fresh River Prawns, Oysters Natural, Tuna Tartar, Lobster Salad, Tasmanian Salmon, Aubergine with marinated beetroot and blue cheese, Zucchini Blossom marinated with Thai curry and stuffed with goats cheese, Chilled Cauliflower Soup with Ikura and cauliflower couscous, Wagyu Beef Carpaccio, Foie Gras Terrine] and The Hot Carvery [Roast Leg of N.Z. Lamb, Roasted Australian Pork with crackling, Canadian Venison, U.S.A. Roast Beef, Roasted Vegetables, blanched asparagus and fine sauces]. Dessert selection. Midnight Champagne Toast. [[Tel:
972.111]
Indochine @ The Mansion: [NYE, $19.50++, includes a glass of wine] Fresh Salad with crisp soya crackers in Balinese sauce, Steamed Egg Custard, Collage of Seafood Farcie OR Canard a l'Orange OR Beef Skewer with three different spices, Rendang, Vietnamese Pepper Shake and Indochine Special.
Dessert of Yam and Pumpkin Fritter with Grand Marnier glace a la mode and ice cream. [Tel: 972.616].
Open Stage @ Arma Resort: [NYE, $69++, SPC] BBQ King Prawns, avocado, coriander salsa, rocket and lemon chilli aioli, Chilled Vichyssoise Soup with truffle oil and chive cream, Imported Beef Tenderloin, duck tortellini, puree potatoes, baby green vegetables OR Pan Seared Tasmanian Salmon with papaya and green tomato salsa, red wine butter sauce. Warm Strawberries with honeycomb ice cram. [Tel: 976.659].
Lamak: [NYE, NYD, Rp. 375,000++, SPC [Under 12], ALC.] Carpaccio of Prime Australian Beef with an aioli blended with capers, parsley, Tabasco, tomato sauce, onion, anchovies and gherkins, Seared Goose Liver & Scallops on balsamic, Seafood in Clear Seaweed Soup with bonito broth, Raspberry Granite, Braise Duck Leg in cabernet sauvignon sauce with pumpkin gnocchi OR Pan-fried Veal Loin Steak on creamy polenta with espresso sauce and orange cremolata, Coconut Blanc Mange in chilled orange tea & pistachios. Transport to/from Ubud hotels. [Tel: 974.668]
Minami: [Special Japanese New Year Osechi, served only on Jan 1, 2 and 3, Rp. 250,000, ALC] It is traditional in Japan not to cook meals on the 1st 3 days of the New Year, except when cooking ‘zoni', hence this special jubako box which resembles a bento box but contains many different things. Special dinner begins with Zoni [a soup of mochi rice cakes in a clear broth from Eastern Japan or Miso from Western Japan], a Jubako Box containing Tazukuri [dried sardines in soy, a symbol of rice field fertility], Kamaboko [slices of red and white broiled fish paste, arranged in the shape to represent the rising sun], Kazunoko [herring roe, symbolizing a wish to have many children], Kuro-mame [black soybeans, for good health in new year], and then Dessert. [Tel: 970.013]
Warung Enak: [NYE, NYD, Rp. 130,000++, SPC [Under 12], ALC] A Monster Multi-course Indonesian Rijstaffel. Starters [ Dendeng Sapi, crisp Javanese dried beef, Lumpia Semarang,deep-fried crisp spring rolls stuffed with shrimps and bamboo shoots with soy bean sauce, Seulincah, West Javanese spicy fruit salad with guava, mango, pineapple and cucumber, Soup [Soto Kutai,Kalimantan clear chicken soup], Mains [Kare Ayam, Sumatran chicken curry, Ikan Asam Manis, poached ocean fish sweet and sour, Sate Kambing, grilled imported Lamb, Udang Goreng Kamangi, deep-fried prawn with tomato chilli sambal, Semur Tahu, bean curd in tomato and soy, Tumis Labu Siam, sautéed vegetables with green chilli. Dessert [Es Kopyor Goreng, deep fried young coconut ice cream, Kue Lumpur, Kalimantan sultana and young coconut pancake, Manisan Bluluk, candy of palm seeds]. Transport to/from Ubud hotels. [Tel: 972.911] _________________________________________________
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